Chris Hemsworth Described as a ‘Baby With Muscles’ by Thor Costar Tessa Thompson

Let’s be honest, we’ve all wondered what it’s like to work with Chris Hemsworth. Is he as charmingly down to earth as he seems in interviews? Does he walk around with the constant, ethereal glow of an Asgardian god? Well, his longtime co-star Tessa Thompson has finally spilled the tea, and her description is probably not what you were expecting.

During a recent screen talk at the BFI London Film Festival, Tessa Thompson offered some unique insights into her experience working with the man behind the hammer. Forget the stoic hero persona, Tessa thinks that working with Chris Hemsworth is more like dealing with a baby with muscles.

Yes, you read that right. The God of Thunder, the man who has saved the universe more times than we can count, has been affectionately demoted to a giant toddler. And honestly, it kind of makes sense.

What Did Tessa Thompson Really Say About Chris Hemsworth?

Speaking to a packed audience, Thompson didn’t hold back, but it was all love. According to Variety, she described Chris Hemsworth as someone with “no inhibition” who “will just do anything, you know, to get the laugh and to discover.” It paints a picture of a set that’s less about intense, dramatic acting and more about pure, unadulterated play. It seems the key to playing a Norse god is to regress to your inner child, who knew?

This description perfectly aligns with the chaotic, vibrant energy of the Thor films, especially since Taika Waititi took over. Thompson even had some choice words for her director, calling him “a huge infant, just, he’s like an infant with a bank account,” in the same Variety interview. She jokingly added that his childlike approach is “terrifying” and “he should be stopped.” You can almost hear the sarcasm dripping from her words. The image of two giant infants, one with a New Zealand accent and the other with God-tier biceps, running wild on a multi-million dollar film set is just too good.

For anyone who has watched Thor: Ragnarok or Thor: Love and Thunder, this behind-the-scenes glimpse feels entirely on-brand. The movies are goofy, absurd, and don’t take themselves too seriously. In those moments, it really requires the actors to have a big imagination and just play the part like a kid.

The Dynamic Between Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson

The on-screen chemistry between Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson is undeniable. From their first interactions in Thor: Ragnarok to their buddy-cop dynamic in Men in Black: International, their banter feels genuine and effortless. Now we know why: it’s probably not even acting. It’s just two friends having an absolute blast.

This playful energy is what makes their characters, Thor and Valkyrie, so compelling. They’re not just superheroes; they’re flawed, funny, and relatable beings who happen to have immense power. The willingness of Chris Hemsworth to do anything to get the laugh, allows Thor to be more than just a chiseled jawline. He’s a character with depth, humor, and a surprising amount of vulnerability—qualities that have made him a fan favorite for over a decade.

Pushing the Limits

Tessa Thompson herself admitted she sought out a Marvel role to push her own boundaries. “I really wanted to make a movie like that, because I’m not sure I can do that, and I really want to figure out if I can,” she explained to Variety. “And it was just so fun. It really, really freed me up.” It’s refreshing to hear an actor speak so candidly about finding joy and creative freedom in a blockbuster franchise, a world that can often seem rigid and formulaic.

So, the next time you watch Chris Hemsworth smite an enemy with Stormbreaker, just remember: underneath all that muscle and godly power is a big baby, just looking to have a good time. And honestly, we wouldn’t want him any other way.